Great anger and violence can never build a nation. We are striving to proceed in a manner and towards a result, which will ensure that all our people, both black and white, emerge as victors – Nelson Mandela

When the water starts boiling it is foolish to turn off the heat – Nelson Mandela

Any man or institution that tries to rob me of my dignity will lose – Nelson Mandela

Real leaders must be ready to sacrifice all for the freedom of their people – Nelson Mandela

I was not a messiah, but an ordinary man who had become a leader because of extraordinary circumstances – Nelson Mandela

Let freedom reign. The sun never set on so glorious a human achievement – Nelson Mandela